Luxury Family Safaris made for you

Location is everything at Sala’s Camp. Nestled in the Maasai Mara National Park, but in a very remote southern-central corner of it on the tranquil banks of the Sand River, Sala’s boasts the most private of safari experiences within the reserve’s borders.

Maasai Mara

Sala's Camp

The Kalahari

Tarkuni Private House

The Oppenheimer family’s own private house within the Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, the Tarkuni residence is located about thirty minutes drive away from the main Motse Camp and is rented exclusively for a dedicated private service with your own chef, butler, personal field guide, vehicle and tracker. Five elegant suites sleep up to ten people, with a pool and is perfect for families or a good group of friends. Upon your arrival either by plane or car, you have a private consultation so your time and activities during your stay are flexible and tailored exactly to your interests and preferences. So, if you want spend a night at the Malori sleepout, track cheetah the next day, have a facial after dinner, visit the local community, have a gourmet picnic lunch on your game drive or champagne breakfast in bed, this will all be arranged for you.

The luxury Playa Cativo Eco Lodge is unique in the beauty of its secluded surroundings: accessible only by boat, it’s set on 1,000 acres of private rainforest with both the Piedras Blancas National Park – a former extension of the Corcovado National Park – and its own pristine, sandy beach on its doorstep. The lodge is well aware of the value of its environs and practices high sustainability policies. It was built using precious indigenous wood salvaged from an older lodge and a fallen-tree program and fittingly, each of its comfortable rooms have been decorated using reclaimed hardwood and colourful tile works crafted by local artisans. The bathrooms feature hot-water rain showers and biodegradable bathroom amenities, and each suite is just a few steps away from the beach with majestic ocean views. Surrounded by some of the most unspoilt rainforest in the world, Playa Cativo Eco offers an unrivalled opportunity to immerse yourself in nature. Speak to your travel designer about adding excursions such as kayaking in the Rio Esquinas Mangrove-Ocean, hiking in the Piedras Blancas Nature, guided expeditions to the Nocturnal Rainforest, beach, rainforest and wetland birdwatching tours, Golfo Dulce half-day snorkelling trips, standup paddle boarding adventures, and dolphin and whale sightseeing to your stay.

Corcovado and Osa Peninsula

Playa Cativo Eco Lodge

Utterly unique in its design, Bisate Lodge's six sumptuous forest villas are luxurious while retaining environmental principles and reflecting the culture of the Rwanda.

Volcanoes National Park

Wilderness Bisate Lodge

Madikwe

Morukuru Family

Morukuru Family offers three exquisite ‘villas’ in Madikwe: the River House, the Owner’s House and the Farmhouse. Each villa provides an exclusive retreat in the heart of the South African wilderness, ensuring an unforgettable experience. You have complete control in each villa, with a team to cater to your preferences. Without set schedules, you can choose precisely what you want to do and when, whether tracking wildlife on a tailored big game drive or lounging by the pool with a cocktail. The River House, the largest property, accommodates up to six adults and four children, offering a spacious and exquisitely appointed setting. A wooden walkway links the River House to the Owner’s House, creating an expansive exclusive-use safari escape. The Owner’s House caters to smaller parties of two to four guests. This intimate accommodation features a heated infinity pool, a well-stocked wine cellar and a library. The minimalist design, featuring natural wood and stone, invites seamless inside-outside living. The Farmhouse, located a ten minute walk from the other two properties, accommodates groups of four to ten guests and is ideal for multi-generational travel or milestone celebrations. The Farmhouse features a warm, neutral palette and bespoke Afro-chic accents, making it a popular choice for a South African family safari. All five uniquely decorated bedrooms are connected to the main area by a covered walkway. All Morukuru Family houses come with a close-knit team including a personal chef, butler, housekeepers, a host, and a safari guide and wildlife tracker.

On the north-western edge of Gal Oya National Park, occupying 20 acres of its own wilderness, Gal Oya Lodge is a beautiful and ecologically exemplary lodge.

Gal Oya National Park

Gal Oya Lodge

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Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

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Where to go on a family safari

Australia

Australia is a wonderful destination for family safaris, with a wide array of intriguing wildlife to discover in the Top End, Tasmania, Kangaroo Island and beyond.

Belize

Boasting immense biodiversity both on land and at sea, along with a plethora of picturesque landscapes, Belize is an endlessly interesting place to visit with your family.

Botswana

Botswana is among the best places in Africa for a family safari, with child-friendly lodges, vast wilderness and one-of-a-kind water-based safaris in the Okavango Delta.

Brazil

Brazil is one of the largest and most diverse countries in the world, just as rich in culture as it is in wildlife. The Amazon and the Pantanal are among our top picks for family safaris.

Costa Rica

This country is an ideal destination for families and children of all ages. Costa Rica’s beautiful beaches, dense rainforests and astonishing wildlife leave absolutely nothing to be desired.

Galapagos

Every animal lover should visit the Galápagos at least once, whether they’re six years old or sixty. See giant tortoises, legendary birdlife, marine iguanas and more on safari here.

India

India is brimming with captivating landscapes and incredible animals. Head to the national parks of Ranthambore and Bandhavgarh for some of the world’s best tiger safaris.

Kenya

Kenya is undoubtedly among the planet’s top safari destinations. Families can explore the Maasai Mara and experience the Great Migration away from the peak-season crowds.

South Africa

South Africa is the perfect place to combine a malaria-free safari with cultural experiences in Cape Town and marine wildlife sightings on the Whale Coast.

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka beckons travellers of all ages to its palm-lined beaches, verdant tea plantations, ancient temples and expansive forests where elephants and leopards roam.

Tanzania

Retreat to one of Tanzania’s exquisite safari lodges with your family and prepare for a truly exceptional safari in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater or Mahale Mountains.